Web Design Clinic - sherwood camping
Sandra submitted the site "sherwood camping".
One of the first things I would do is get rid of the scrolling text at the top of this design. It's distracting and very hard to read. Since it appears to have dates in it, this implies to me that it has important information that I shouldn't ignore. But because I have to chase it across the screen with my eyes, it hurts to try to focus on it, so I do ignore it.
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Comments
This is a business site and as such it should try to look as professional as possible. Until Sandra advances technically I would recommend purchasing a good commercial template (under $100) and learn and tailor it to her needs. Secondly, there is no compelling content to attract customers. Put together a nicely laid out set of photographs (seasonal, and key attractions). The rotating images are at best a distraction and one cannot explain or expound on each scene.
As for attracting visitors to the site the whole site needs much more content, content, content to ever rank well in the search engines. She should put her key words into Google & Yahoo and see what her competitors have done to rank well.
With all of this - welcome to the Internet Sandra - I wish you well.